2007 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2012 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Charade.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Volkswagen Jetta | 2012 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Volkswagen | Daihatsu |
Model | Jetta | Charade |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 36 L |